Supervisors Hear Plan For Innovative Septic System At Hole In The Wall
The Mathews County Board of Supervisors recently heard a proposal for a new septic solution at the county-owned Hole in the Wall Waterfront Grill on Gwynn’s Island. Representatives from Triangle Environmental and its partners outlined a compact treatment system designed to handle up to 1,000 gallons per day, even during busy weekends, despite flooding and […]
Read MoreGloucester Sees Modest Growth As Mathews Population Declines
New population estimates show Gloucester County has grown slightly since the 2020 census, while Mathews County has declined. Gloucester is estimated at 38,933 residents as of July First, 2025, a gain of 0 POINT 6 percent, driven by more than 1,000 people moving in despite more deaths than births. Mathews is now estimated at 8,322 […]
Read MoreSchool Board And Supervisors At Impasse Over Budget
Mathews School Board members and county supervisors appear to be at a standstill over the proposed fiscal year 2027 school budget. Superintendent Dr. David S. Daniel reduced his request to about 9 POINT 1 million dollars in county funding, down from an earlier 9 POINT 4 million, to maintain limited pay raises and cut positions […]
Read MoreVCU Tappahannock Hospital To Host Lung Cancer Screening Event
VCU Health Tappahannock Hospital will offer a lung cancer screening event March 28 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., with appointments required and eligibility guidelines in place. The screening uses low-dose CT scans to detect lung cancer early, when treatment is more effective and survival rates are significantly higher. Lung cancer remains the leading cause […]
Read MorePlanning Commission Backs Proposed Callao Cell Tower
The Northumberland Planning Commission has recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a 195 foot Verizon wireless tower on Movie Hall Lane in Callao. The monopole tower would sit inside a 50 by 50 foot fenced area and be screened by existing trees, with space offered on the pole to the county at no […]
Read MoreChamber Announces 2026 Annual Award Winners
The Lancaster by the Bay Chamber of Commerce has announced its 2026 annual award recipients, honoring individuals whose leadership and service have strengthened the Lancaster community. The awards will be presented at the Chamber’s annual dinner at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club, an event that is officially sold out. Ninety-three year old Carroll Lee […]
Read MoreSchools Present $22 Point 7 Million Budget Proposal
School officials presented a proposed 22.7 million dollar budget to county supervisors that includes a 2.5 percent pay raise and higher health insurance costs. School officials told supervisors the plan reflects a nearly four percent increase over the current budget while holding the county’s local contribution flat. Finance officials warned that rising salaries and benefits […]
Read MoreSupervisors Approve $35,000 Legal Services Payment
The Middlesex County Board of Supervisors has approved a 35 thousand dollar payment for legal services tied to the county’s waterfront development plans. The money will pay bond counsel Sands Anderson for work negotiating a contract for the Middlesex County Economic Development Authority involving the purchase of marina property on Broad Creek. County officials said […]
Read MoreStatewide 4 P M Burning Law Now In Effect
The Virginia Department of Forestry says the statewide 4 p.m. burning law is now in effect through April 30 as spring fire season begins. The law bans outdoor burning between midnight and 4 p.m. within 300 feet of woods or dry grass, with violations carrying fines of up to 500 dollars. Forestry officials warn dry […]
Read MoreLancaster Reviews $16 Million Capital Plan
Lancaster officials are reviewing more than 16 million dollars in proposed capital projects over the next five years, with most of the cost tied to a planned sheriff’s office and emergency medical services facility. The Lancaster County planning commission heard department requests ranging from new jail security systems and patrol vehicles to ambulances and school […]
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